Canadian Woman Purchases Hermes Bag for Rs 580 from Thrift Store and is Surprised by What Follows

A lady from Winnipeg, Canada believed she had discovered the deal of a lifetime at a nearby thrift store. Nevertheless, upon closer inspection, she realized there was a significant issue, as per a report in Newsweek. Ashlee thought she had purchased an original bag of French luxury brand Hermes for around $7 (Rs 587). However, when she returned home, she realized that it was a counterfeit one.

Notably, Hermes bags are among the most costly in the world. Depending on the model and features, they may be priced up to hundreds of thousands of dollars and their starting price is $10,000.

In a TikTok video posted under the username @msfili, the lady is seen browsing through bags at a nearby thrift store when she suddenly spots a red leather bag that she believes to be very familiar. Ashlee then opens the bag and realizes immediately that it says Hermes on the label. She looks completely surprised, considering that the bag was just under $10 (about Rs 840). “It’s a Hermes. It has a little stain on the front, but it’s not a big deal,” she mentions in the clip.

Later, she realized it was a counterfeit one. Speaking to the outlet, she said, “This bag unfortunately ended up being fake; it was genuine leather and felt like good quality. But I have discovered authentic Louis Vuitton and Chanel bags at the thrift store previously.”

“You never know what amazing things you can find! It’s a great way to renew your wardrobe and furnish your home on a budget, and it’s an exceptional way to earn some extra money by selling on Facebook Marketplace or eBay!” she commented.

The majority of TikTok users believed that the discovery was either a Kelly or a Hermes Birkin, two of the most renowned bags. These are not just some of the most expensive things on the planet, but they are also scarce enough that you can’t simply walk into the store and buy one or the other.

According to Madison Avenue Couture, the designer produces only a few of these bags to maintain their exclusivity. A waiting list is usually in place and even if you might find one in the boutique, you might still have to purchase it even if the color or material isn’t your first choice.